boy name
Colton
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#103 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Colton in the US, 1880–2025
Colton first appears in US records in 1913. It peaked in 2013, when 6,490 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 3,420.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Colton a boy or a girl name?
Colton is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Colton?
In 2025, Colton ranked #103 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Colton most popular?
Colton was most popular in 2013, when about 6,490 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.